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Philadelphia Zoo

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West Philadelphia, Philadelphia

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Philadelphia Zoo

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"The Primate House is the best"(3 Tips)
"The new Kids petting zoo area is fantastic."(2 Tips)
"Americas first zoo - great cat & primate walkways."(2 Tips)
"Visit First Niagara Big Cat Falls"(2 Tips)

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THELONERANG3ROctober 12, 2011
Great trip for your kids especially the treehouse if your child is the adventurous type
Brenda FalusiAugust 12, 2013
Great family zoo, but bring bug spray!
Kate JesseJune 7, 2011
Pack a lunch and eat at the impala fountain. The mist feels great on a hot day!
Chris ScarcelleNovember 17, 2015
Always a great place to take the kids
paul mullerApril 3, 2010
Been here 25+ times
Park in the frog lot on the street behind the zoo. So much easier to get out.
Stephanie HaynesNovember 28, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Bring quarters or singles to buy food to feed the ducks, sheep and goats.
Ryan BaltonAugust 9, 2014
Watch grown men make kissy noises at large rodents.
Alisa LeposkiSeptember 5, 2011
Make sure you see the river otters. They put on the best show
Stephanie HaynesNovember 28, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Great place to watch Amtrak trains go by on Zoological Drive.
Daniel ForeacreApril 27, 2014
Giant Elephant Shrews are really freaking cute.
SidJacksMarch 8, 2012
If you go to the Tiger Lot late and no one is there, just park!
Kate RoparsJuly 26, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Going to the Summer Ale Fest here is one of the best decisions you could ever make!
eyuniApril 28, 2014
Don't forget your sun block!
Jason DoughertyNovember 7, 2015
Great family place
MooseMarch 29, 2014
Been here 100+ times
Lions, and tigers and bears, oh my!
RashaniaAugust 1, 2017
Must visit
Barbara BenjaminMay 30, 2013
Been here 25+ times
New children's zoo is awesome!
Patrick WardAugust 3, 2015
Great zoo!
Diamond WilliamsApril 1, 2015
My son loves it
Adrian WallaceSeptember 12, 2015
Lions and Tigers and Bears...
F. Fanny SumiratOctober 21, 2016
I like the tortoises...
Chris McClainDecember 18, 2022
Been here 10+ times
Holiday lights at the Zoo
Julia TrutenJuly 12, 2015
A memorable experience from growing up here.
Deb de la FuenteAugust 12, 2014
Very good zoo!
Rob LOctober 14, 2014
Saving the planet one paper straw at a time.
Myra MrowickiAugust 10, 2013
First Time!
Jamie CoyleSeptember 17, 2011
the season pass is worth it!
L bSeptember 21, 2019
Small crowds, but old facilities and not a terribly interesting mix of animals.
Triquetra 331November 6, 2013
Love this place!
Brett GarwoodJuly 11, 2015
Nations oldest zoo!
Jasmine SerranoAugust 18, 2010
Its a great place to bring your children (as an excuse to come yourself)!
Erik FloridaOctober 24, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Go on a cool day, 60-70, after noon. More animals out and active.
Claudia CortesNovember 28, 2016
The big cats
Louie 李景雲 LeeOctober 9, 2011
Make sure you see the train to see if you want to pay money before buying . Rumor: adults don't pay.
Brian JonesJune 8, 2014
Alot of fun.
Igal GhitelmanJuly 4, 2015
Horrible parking and traffic, get there early!
Michael X Bell😏March 23, 2011
take the kids, a great place to spend the day
NefertitiSeptember 22, 2012
Wash those handsss really good!!
Brooklyn BillmaierApril 23, 2010
Go after 2pm on school days to avoid the massive field trip crowds!
Rebecca LeeOctober 13, 2011
Do the swan boats, they're silly but fun.
Pietra NicholeApril 8, 2014
Do not go on a rainy day...lol
Ying JJFebruary 2, 2013
Amazing!!!!
Ronald BraxtonMay 16, 2012
Been here 25+ times
I love this place.
Brendan BreslinMay 28, 2012
Do not go to the frog lot entrance!!!!!!!
Glennie HandyAugust 1, 2010
Had a blast..Be sure to wear your sneakers!
ReggieDecember 26, 2012
Nice view from the train
dauristv tvNovember 2, 2013
Imptesianante
❦ Desiree ❦April 30, 2011
Do yourself a favor and pack your lunch. The food is outrageous
Kay HollenbachJuly 17, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Check the moat for the Andean bear
Toni BurkeApril 23, 2010
Sea otters are amazing

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